# Duos

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2015
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #3878
- **Players**: 3-6 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 1.35 / 5
- **Designers**: Johannes Schmidauer-König
- **Artists**: Brian Lee (II), SMLXL
- **Publishers**: Schmidt Spiele, Arclight Games, CMYK, G3, WizKids (I)
- **Categories**: Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Contracts, Open Drafting, Set Collection, Team-Based Game

## Verdict
Perfect for those who love quick card games and want to test their synergy with a partner.Dynamic and very fast-pacedEasy to learn and playGreat interaction between pairsIdeal for quick fillersRequires good partner readingMight feel too short for someRECOMMENDED

## Description
Know that quick card game you play while waiting for coffee or between heavy sessions? That's Duos! Here, you aren't playing alone; the secret to success lies in the synergy with your partner. The game puts you in pairs for a frantic race to complete objectives. The setup is super simple: each duo has their own goals, and there's a public goal that everyone is racing to achieve first.

The heart of the fun is in the turn flow. On each turn, you can draw two cards, pass one or two cards face down to your teammate (this is where the mind-reading comes in!), and, of course, try to complete one of your goals. Objectives vary: it could be a numerical sequence, a set of matching colors, or a specific sum of values. It's a constant puzzle of 'what does my partner need me to pass right now?'.

The cards are divided into blue and magenta, numbered 1 to 8, keeping the visuals clean and the gameplay fluid. The game ends when a team completes eight objectives. But heads up: once the eighth objective is hit, each player gets one last chance to shine with an extra turn before the final point tally. It's a game of mental agility and, above all, partnership. If you love fast-paced card games with rules you can learn in two minutes, but that still require strategy to stop your opponents from winning, Duos is your next pocket-sized obsession!

## FAQ
### How long does a game last?
Super quick, about 30 minutes!

### How many players can play?
3 to 6 players, divided into teams.

### Is it a complex game?
Not at all! The rules are very simple and straightforward.

### Do I need much table space?
Nope, it's very compact, great for traveling.

### Is it for strategy lovers?
Yes, but it's about reading opponents and speed, not heavy strategy.